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    • Oahu Weather Forecast for August 02, 2026

    Oahu Weather Forecast for August 02, 2026

    Strong high pressure to the north will slowly weaken over the next several days. As a result, the windy trade winds will gradually decrease back down to...

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    Oahu Surf Forecast for August 02, 2026
    Oahu Surf Forecast for August 02, 2026

    Surf along south facing shores will stay below seasonal averages as consecutive small south to southwest medium period swells impact the shorelines into Friday...

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    Oahu News:

    The City Clerk announced that votes for Tommy Waters won't be counted following a court ruling barring his third term, though legal challenges may continue. Meanwhile, the H-2 Freeway crash injured nine people, including six children, highlighting ongoing traffic safety concerns alongside new measures like reducing school zone speed limits to 20 mph as keiki return to class. In community safety news, the school resource officer program is expanding to enhance security on island campuses. On the legal front, an Ewa Beach man was convicted of first-degree murder for a tragic 2020 case involving his girlfriend and infant son. Lastly, in public safety preparedness, Hawaiian Electric continues monitoring wildfire risks amid wind advisories, keeping power on for now but ready to act if conditions worsen.

    City Clerk: Votes For Tommy Waters Won't Be Counted

    Aug 2, 2026 Honolulu Civil Beat
    Tommy Waters appeals judge’s election eligibility ruling
    Aug 2, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Tommy Waters appeals judge’s decision declaring him ineligible to run for reelection
    Aug 1, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Mafia News: Will Court Ruling Give Miske Pal Free Run at Council Seat? -- Waters files Appeal
    Aug 2, 2026 Hawaii Free Press

    'New Tourism' = 'Costs too Much'—Therefore, Trend of Shorter Hawaii Vacations Reaches Into June

    Aug 1, 2026 Hawaii Free Press
    '3 years after the Lahaina fire, rebuilding Front Street no longer on the backburner'

    '3 years after the Lahaina fire, rebuilding Front Street no longer on the backburner'

    Aug 2, 2026 Maui Now
    Three years later, many Lahaina fire survivors are still waiting for a home
    Aug 2, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Residents encouraged to attend County’s Lahaina Community Meeting on Aug. 12
    Aug 2, 2026 Maui Now
    3 years later: Over One Third of Maui Wildfire Victims Still in Temporary Housing
    Jul 28, 2026 Hawaii Free Press

    School resource officer program expands on Oʻahu

    Aug 1, 2026 Hawaii Free Press
    Armed and uniformed School Resource Officers to expand and begin second school year
    Aug 1, 2026 KHON2
    9 people, including 6 children, injured in H-2 Freeway crash in Oʻahu

    9 people, including 6 children, injured in H-2 Freeway crash in Oʻahu

    Aug 2, 2026 KHON2
    9 people, including 6 children, injured in H-2 Freeway crash
    Aug 2, 2026 Star Advertiser

    Maui News Chevron Forward

    Workshop helps Maui nonprofits access $130 million in Green Fee funds

    Maui nonprofits will learn how to secure state Green Fee funding during a Wailuku workshop on Aug. 13. The $130 million program helps local organizations protect island resources and survive severe weather.

    Maui Weather Forecast for August 02, 2026

    Strong high pressure to the north will slowly weaken over the next several days. As a result, the windy trade winds will gradually decrease back down to...

    3 years after the Lahaina fire, rebuilding Front Street no longer on the backburner

    One property is close to getting the first recovery building permit on the iconic street, while Maui County continues working on ways to make it easier for the many commercial landowners who haven't even started the permitting process.

    Visitor arrivals and spending up slightly on Maui in June, tourism officials report

    State officials reported slight increases in visitor arrivals and spending for June 2026 as tourists spent more money daily but took shorter vacations across Hawaiʻi.

    Maui Surf Forecast for August 02, 2026

    Surf along south facing shores will stay below seasonal averages as consecutive small south to southwest medium period swells impact the shorelines through the...

    Kaua‘i News Chevron Forward

    State Capitol now hive of activity after Office of Elections moves in

    The move is in support of the Aug. 8 state primary elections; well more than 100,000 ballots already arrived as of July 30 by mail.

    Overnight water service shutdown scheduled for portions of Kapaʻa

    The shutdown will impact Kapaʻa Homesteads and greater Kapaʻa area from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Aug. 5-6, weather permitting, and will impact Kapaʻa Homesteads and greater Kapaʻa.

    Kaua‘i Fire Department hosts graduation ceremony for 35th recruit class

    Nine new firefighters honored; 5 new Kaua‘i County Ocean Safety Bureau officers also recognized during ceremony.

    Road closures scheduled for Ala Wai Road in Waimea

    Closures are scheduled for 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 5-7 and are necessary for public safety while Public Works Roads Division crews complete culvert and road repairs within the county right-of-way.

    Lane closures scheduled through Aug. 7 on several roadways around Kaua‘i

    Remember: Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice; all projects are weather permitting.

    Island of Hawai‘i News Chevron Forward

    Police offer back-to-school traffic safety tips

    Increased traffic around schools during morning arrival and afternoon dismissal is expected as a new school year begins this week, and everyone is encouraged to slow down, stay alert and exercise extra caution.

    UPDATE 2: Hawaiian Electric ends public safety power shutoff watch; no outages implemented

    Wind speeds decreased below advisory levels and humidity is increasing out of hazardous ranges throughout Hawaiian Electric’s service territories.

    News briefs for Aug. 2: Disaster case referrals, paid leave, academic honors, Feehan tribute and more

    A quick look at news happening on the Big Island, throughout the state and beyond.

    District 5 candidates for Hawaiʻi County Council bring distinct knowledge, experiences to race

    With Council Member Matt Kānealiʻi-Kleinfelder unable to pursue re-election due to term limits, five political newcomers are competing for the open seat representing the Upper Puna district.

    Konawaena High campus ready to welcome students back for new school year

    “We have a safe, healthy place that we get to welcome everybody back to, and we have a new place, so it’s going to make new memories ... ," said the West Hawai‘i school's Principal Ami Akeo, speaking about the campus' state following repairs after damage caused by the March kona low storms.

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